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Richmond’s Coliseum Gets $15M Demolition Boost | Richmond News
Richmond’s long-dormant Coliseum, a beloved landmark since 1971 that hosted legends like Prince and Aretha Franklin, is finally getting the wrecking ball—thanks to a surprise $15 million state infusion. The empty arena, abandoned since 2019, will make way for a new hotel and convention center expansion, a vital step in downtown revitalization. After failed past projects like Navy Hill, this funding is a game-changer, helping avoid tough budget calls while paving the way for economic growth, tourism, and a more vibrant urban core. With developers still to be chosen and details to iron out…
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